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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1901
Page
5
The forecast notes Monday fair but colder with variable winds shifting from southerly to northerly, and northern portions remain partly cloudy. southern areas see fair conditions with warmer readings in the north. Lower Michigan expected cool Sunday into Monday with fresh south winds turning westerly and northwesterly.
Civil service plans exams on January 7 for interpreter and hull draughtsman positions with pay rates of ten dollars monthly and eight dollars daily. Pastor J. I. Motschmin marks fourth year at Lutheralandam church and will speak on the Forward Movement. A two year old child swallowed a large-headed toy, treatment delayed as the throat was explored. Local society headlines include announcements of parties, weddings, receptions, and forthcoming dinners as the town prepares to depart for the west.
A fragmentary report notes a prowler near a riverfront area and a police investigation leading to a juvenile detention. Mayor Berghoff orders stricter controls on public dances to curb liquor sales and related crimes, with enforcement steps to pair curfew and licensing rules.
A fragmented ad copy urges readers to hurry transfers and visit Skelton's at 25 West Main Street to trade. It promotes Goony's Little Havana five cent cigar as the favorite, with informal market chatter about atréct and corner trades.
Maud Soliday expresses thanks to Minards Camp No 3127 Modern Woodmen of America and Edward Camp No 3127 for kindness and late funeral aid amounting to 2000 dollars paid by A J Mine elev. Public acknowledgment notes promptness and courtesy of officers and members in Port Wayne Indiana November 30 1901.
A new first class grinding shop has opened at 97 Buchanan Street. Sam offers all kinds of grinding including azors and fine work. Special attention is given to EMIL RAMB, also at 97 Buchanan Street.
The Randall Wheel Co and Perry the leading photographer advertise a Monday sale offering 500 Welsbach burners with all parts for 39 cents. Also promoting musical instruments at 147 Hanna Street and Calhoun Street locations, with open Sunday hours from 1 to 8 p.m. J. H. Rieman signs the notice.
We offer money at 5 percent per year in sums not less than $1,000 secured by mortgage on Fort Wayne improved real estate. Address 71 Vesey and Heaton Law Offices, car Court and Berry Streets. Buy a Coon's Little Havana today.
An old advertisement offers watch cleaning at 65 cents, springs 31 cents, crystals 10 cents, with a one year workmanship guarantee. Beck & O'Brien, Lau Building at Washington and Galhoun streets, also promotes Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets with 25 cent price and free samples at drug stores.
Blufftai merchant Mr. Harry McFarcan noted. Archbold departs for Pocahontas Virginia on Fort Wayne trip. Presbyterians plan Sunday lecture December 8 with Dr Wishard, who spent eleven years in Teheran directing hospital work. Shah honored him with the Lion and Sun order for service to Persia.
Wickets on sale at music stores including Woods Achur Drug Store and Beaade Books Store. Photographer Percy at 62 and 4 Calhoun Street. Recital held Thursday Cre December. Hail from Knights of Columbus. Sunday operation from 3 PM.
Holly Minnetoe and Wild Smilax offer Laurel and Evergreen roping for Christmas decor. Wholesale and retail supply with orders encouraged early to ensure availability.
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